Airlines

Etihad’s Gateway to Paradise: Nonstop Flights to French Riviera and Greek Isles

The national airline of the United Arab Emirates, Etihad Airways, has unveiled its exciting Summer 24 schedule, highlighting its aspirational expansion goals.

The new nonstop flights to Nice, a destination on the French Riviera, and the direct services to the popular Greek vacation destinations of Mykonos and Santorini are among the highlights of the network changes, which are currently on sale.

Because passengers have been enjoying Etihad’s new flights to Copenhagen so much, the destination is now available all year round. The schedule adds more frequencies to the network, enhancing connectivity to places like Ahmedabad, Athens, Bangkok, and Colombo.

Highlights of the improved schedule include:

Athens, Greece, sees an increase to 12 flights a week from May and 14 from July.
Recently launched Copenhagen, Denmark is made a year-round destination.
Malaga, Spain will enjoy a three-weekly service for Summer 2024.
Mykonos, Greece will be served by two flights per week during the summer, with Santorini, Greece also getting two weekly flights.
Nice, France will be served by two non-stop weekly services from June 2024.
Bangkok, Thailand will benefit from three more flights a week from February to 17 a week.
Colombo, Sri Lanka enjoys a frequency increase to 10 weekly flights from January rising to 14 from May, and an adjusted schedule for even better connectivity to European destinations.

In addition to the new summer schedules, other destinations for 2024 have already been revealed, such as Boston in North America, Nairobi in East Africa, and Kozhikode and Thiruvananthapuram on the Indian Subcontinent.

Etihad has reaffirmed its resolve to add multiple new destinations over the course of the upcoming year as part of its ongoing commitment to expanding its network.

Destinations	Change	Total Frequency	Start Date
Colombo	+3 per week	10 per week	January 15, 2024
Colombo	+4 per week	14 per week	May 1, 2024
Bangkok	+3 per week	17 per week	February 22, 2024
Copenhagen	Extended year-round	4 per week	March 31, 2024
Athens	+5 per week	12 per week	May 1, 2024
Athens	+2 per week	14 per week	July 15, 2024
Malaga	Summer 24 service	3 per week	June 2, 2024
Santorini	New route	2 per week	June 15, 2024
Nice	New route	2 per week	June 15, 2024
Mykonos	Summer 24 service	2 per week	June 17, 2024
Already announced
Kozhikode	New route	7 per week	January 1, 2024
Thiruvananthapuram	New route	7 per week	January 1, 2024
Boston	New route	4 per week	March 31, 2024
Nairobi	New route	7 per week	May 1, 2024

Airlines

British Airways Unveils Its Brand-New First Class Cabin for the Airbus A380

British Airways has introduced its brand-new First Class seat, blending sleek design with expert British craftsmanship. Reflecting modern British luxury travel, this new cabin is part of the airline’s Airbus A380 retrofit plans, set to take flight in mid-2026.

The updated First Class cabin has been crafted to feel like a modern luxury hotel in the sky, complete with cozy touches and thoughtful British details.

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Designed by top experts from across Great Britain and Ireland—including London, Glasgow, West Yorkshire, Kilkeel, and Dublin—the seat reflects the best of British design and quality.

Features and Comforts
The new First Class seat is ultra-wide at 36.5 inches, with a bed length of 79 inches for ultimate comfort. It includes:

A multi-purpose ottoman and stowable table.
A 32-inch 4K TV screen.
Adjustable mood lighting with modes like “relax,” “dine,” and “cinema.”
A cocooned 60-inch curved wall for privacy while maintaining a spacious feel.

Passengers traveling together can enjoy a shared experience with a sliding divider that creates a lounge-like space. The stowable tables also allow for “buddy dining,” where two people can dine together.

The cabin’s flowing curves, inspired by the iconic Concorde wings, create a welcoming and stylish environment. Additionally, passengers can now wheel their luggage directly into their personal storage space, making settling in easier.

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British Airways carefully considered customer feedback when designing this cabin. The seat includes practical storage and features like a fully rectangular bed for home-like comfort. Every detail, from usability to elegance, has been designed to enhance the travel experience.

British Airways is proud to be the only UK-based European airline offering a First Class product across the Atlantic. british airways premium economy and First Class travelers enjoy exclusive perks such as stylish seats, access to luxury lounges, fast-track security, and the First Wing at Heathrow. The airline ensures a premium experience from booking to landing.

This cabin upgrade is part of British Airways’ £7 billion investment in improving customer experiences. The airline has already introduced over 120 initiatives, including new short-haul seats, free onboard Wi-Fi messaging, and refreshed lounges worldwide.